Cooking & Appliances Saving Tips

Home appliances make our daily lives easier, but there are things you can do to help them perform at their peak efficiency.

Place lids tightly on pans to speed up cooking time.
Don't preheat your gas oven if you don't have to. If you're baking breads and cakes, pre-heating may be necessary, but for most foods like casseroles and broiled items, pre-heating isn't needed.
Keeping the burners clean on a gas range will ensure it continues to operate efficiently.
When possible, use microwaves, slow cookers, and toaster ovens if a full-sized oven is not needed.

Look for a clothes dryer with a moisture sensor feature that automatically shuts off the machine when your clothes are dry.
Read garment and fabric care labels for proper settings.
Clean the lint filter after each use. A clogged lint trap will reduce airflow and dryer performance, driving up your energy usage.
Drying full, but not oversized, loads is more energy efficient than drying smaller loads or overloading the machine.
Do not open the dryer door unnecessarily while it’s operating.
The no-heat cycle can be used to plump pillows, refresh stored items, and remove lint or dust from drapes.